Montane's New Season: Autumn Collection
Aug 24, 2023
We know plans can change in the mountains, just as the weather can. Our new season gear has adaptability built in, so you’ll be prepared, no matter whatever you encounter. Discover lightweight, breathable clothing and equipment that doesn’t compromise on protection. From protective waterproof jackets to warm, down jackets, technical fleeces and durable legwear – our technical layers are designed t
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Montane Shell Ranges Explained
May 03, 2023
Incorporating reliable waterproof protection, breathable fabrics as well as lightweight, packable designs, Montane's waterproof jackets combine comfort with protection. In short, a Montane waterproof jacket helps you focus on breaking new boundaries, no matter what the weather throws at you. Browse Montane's range of waterproof jackets and choose from a range of options to find the waterproof
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OMM Core Technology Explained
Apr 25, 2023
The OMM CORE Range is a new concept in active insulation made entirely from PRIMALOFT ACTIVE ultra-light insulating fabric.
Built from a synthetic plume woven through a knitted mesh CORE offers the warmth of a fleece but with less than half the weight.
Paired with a shell, the CORE is an incredibly effective insulator, but the lightest breeze can take away that heat thanks to near-total air perm
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Outdoor Research SuperStrand LT Insulated Hoodie Review - “This synthetic is the closest thing to down I have come across”
Posted by Andy Neil on Feb 13, 2023
Winter arrived early and was cold here in the UK, so I was
incredibly grateful to be offered a chance to test out the SuperStrand LT
Insulated Hoodie at the beginning of December. I've been using this jacket as
my primary insulation for over three months now, not just in the hills but in
my day-to-day life as well, and I'm a big fan of this lightweight synthetic
jacket from American bra
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Outdoor Research VerticalX SuperStrand Synthetic Insulation
Posted by Mark Richardson on Dec 22, 2022
Outdoor Research's VerticalX SuperStrand Synthetic Insulation is built to deliver exceptional warmth to weight ratio, it compares to 700-800 Fill Power down in terms of its softness, weight and lofting ability. On this page we explain how it works. — VerticalX SuperStrand is the lightest, softest, most compressible synthetic insulation available taking the best qualities of down and improving
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Mont-bell Plasma 1000 Technologies
Posted by Mark Richardson on Dec 20, 2022
Mont-bell's Plasma series are highly advanced ultra-lightweight garments, on this page we explain the three key technologies used to achieve their amazing warmth to weight ratios. — In simple terms, the benefits of our patented quilting pattern are straightforward construction, reduced seam weight, and improved thermal efficiency. By not forming traditional rectangular boxes or “skippin
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Montane Anti-Freeze and Phase Families Explained
Nov 24, 2022
Seek new challenges this season. With cooler climates and challenging elements on the horizon, stay comfortable on the trails with Montane’s new Anti-Freeze down jackets and Phase Gore-Tex waterproof shells.The Anti-Freeze Lite hooded down jacket is a minimalist master of lightweight insulation. Weighing just 330g makes this down jacket ideal for fast paced activities, where low weight is critical
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The Montane Phase Lite Waterproof Jacket
Nov 14, 2022
The Phase Lite waterproof jacket has been designed for a wide range of fast and light adventures in the mountains. Whether you’re fell running in the Lake District, or planning a fastpacking adventure across the Scottish peaks, this lightweight and breathable GORE-TEX membrane provides the essential protection you need to help you go further, faster. The lightest and most breathable 3-layer f
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Rab Vapour Rise Summit Jacket Review - ''A very comfortable insulation piece ideally suited to hiking in cool windy conditions at altitude''
Posted by Mark Richardson on Sep 26, 2022
The Vapour
Rise series of RAB garments are designed to provide comfortable insulation and
protection from the wind without causing you to overheat if you start climbing
up something, or the sun comes out. To achieve this Nirvana a garment needs to
transfer moisture away from the skin or base layer so you remain dry and
comfortable.
I tested the
Vapour Rise Summit Jacket on a recent h
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